UEFA held the draw today for the 2027 U-21 European Championship qualifiers, which will be co-hosted by Albania and Serbia in June 2027.

As the host nation, Albania’s U-21 team automatically qualifies for the final tournament, where their best performance to date is reaching the quarter-finals in 1984, under a different competition format.

This presents a significant opportunity for Albania to demonstrate its organizational capacity on an international stage.

Andi Lila, ambassador for EURO 2027 in Albania, remarked, “This is a unique moment for us to showcase our ability to host high-level international events. Albania has already proven its capability with major events like the 2022 Conference League final, and I am confident that this year’s U-17 European Championship will further highlight our dedication and professionalism.”

The race for qualification will be highly competitive, with Kosovo placed in Group A alongside top-tier teams such as Spain and Romania.

The final tournament will feature 16 teams, with the grand final taking place at the National Arena in Tirana. Other host cities will include Shkodra, Elbasan, and Rrogozhina.

“Thank you, UEFA, and we warmly welcome you to Albania!” Lila concluded.

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